Flemington has 15 verified spots worth your time for restaurants. Every venue below is a real, operating business with a Google listing — no placeholder names, no made-up addresses.
| Venue | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borgo Food & Wine | 5/5 | 143 | — |
| MR Bap | 5/5 | 6 | — |
| Sushi Izu Ascot Vale | 5/5 | 3 | $ |
| Turkish Gozleme Pide & Sweet House | 4.9/5 | 467 | — |
| Arnold’s | 4.9/5 | 204 | — |
| Twang Brewing | 4.9/5 | 62 | — |
| Purple Rabbit | 4.9/5 | 44 | — |
| The Abyssinian Restaurant | 4.8/5 | 921 | $ |
1. Borgo Food & Wine
Address: 152 Union Road, Ascot Vale
Rating: 5/5 (143 reviews)
Borgo Food & Wine is a verified local spot in Flemington. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
2. MR Bap
Address: 429 Macaulay Road, Kensington
Rating: 5/5 (6 reviews)
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 6 Google reviews.
3. Sushi Izu Ascot Vale
Address: 327 Mount Alexander Road, Ascot Vale
Rating: 5/5 (3 reviews)
Price: Affordable
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 3 Google reviews.
4. Turkish Gozleme Pide & Sweet House
Address: 311 Racecourse Road, Kensington
Rating: 4.9/5 (467 reviews)
A local cafe in Flemington with 467 Google reviews. Rated 4.9/5 by locals.
5. Arnold’s
Address: 192 Bellair Street, Kensington
Rating: 4.9/5 (204 reviews)
Arnold’s is a verified local spot in Flemington. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
6. Twang Brewing
Address: 21 Melrose St, North Melbourne
Rating: 4.9/5 (62 reviews)
Twang Brewing is a verified local spot in Flemington. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
7. Purple Rabbit
Address: Check our insta @purplerabbit_vegan for upcoming events as we are moving around and not in a permanent spot, 448-462 Mt Alexander Rd, Ascot Vale
Rating: 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 44 Google reviews.
8. The Abyssinian Restaurant
Address: 277 Racecourse Road, Kensington
Rating: 4.8/5 (921 reviews)
Price: Affordable
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 921 Google reviews.
9. Rick’s Place Italian & Gluten Free Restaurant
Address: 507 Macaulay Road, Kensington
Rating: 4.8/5 (664 reviews)
Rick’s Place Italian & Gluten Free Restaurant is a verified local spot in Flemington. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
10. Clay Oven Pizza
Address: 501 Macaulay Road, Kensington
Rating: 4.8/5 (433 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
Clay Oven Pizza is a verified local spot in Flemington. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
11. Kebab Knights
Address: 155 Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale
Rating: 4.8/5 (237 reviews)
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 237 Google reviews.
12. Hellenic Flame - souvlaki bar and Greek cuisine
Address: Next to 7Eleven, 562 Mount Alexander Road, Ascot Vale
Rating: 4.8/5 (121 reviews)
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 121 Google reviews.
13. bar libretto
Address: 155 Union Rd, Ascot Vale
Rating: 4.8/5 (101 reviews)
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 101 Google reviews.
14. Enbarr
Address: 271 Racecourse Road, Kensington
Rating: 4.8/5 (39 reviews)
Enbarr is a verified local spot in Flemington. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
15. Banyan Tree Indian Restaurant Moonee Ponds
Address: 688 Mount Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds
Rating: 4.7/5 (665 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
One of Flemington’s verified dining spots with 665 Google reviews.
About This Guide
Every venue in this guide is a verified, currently operating business sourced from Google Places API. Data last refreshed: 2026-03-31. If a venue has closed or moved, let us know.
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Flemington Venue Recommendations
Laksa King
Flemington’s best-known restaurant is still the default answer when someone asks where to eat near Newmarket Station. Go for the curry laksa with roast duck, seafood or chicken, then add roti if you are sharing.
New Somali Kitchen
New Somali Kitchen is the neighbourhood’s essential Somali restaurant, built around fragrant rice, slow-cooked meats, bajeya and sweet spiced tea. Broadsheet highlights its lamb, rice and Somali tea as signature orders, making it a strong pick for groups wanting something distinctly Flemington. Source: Broadsheet
Chef Lagenda
Chef Lagenda is the other big Malaysian name locals compare with Laksa King, especially for noodle soups and hawker-style comfort food. It suits diners who want big portions, fast service and a menu broad enough for mixed groups.
M Yong Tofu
M Yong Tofu is a good choice when you want Malaysian-Chinese food without the same queue pressure as the better-known laksa spots. The namesake yong tofu, curry laksa and rice dishes make it a dependable casual dinner option.
I Love Dumplings
I Love Dumplings works well for an easy group meal built around handmade dumplings, noodles and Chinese share plates. It is especially useful when you want something quick, filling and familiar before or after an event nearby.
Local Tips
Flemington’s best eating is concentrated around Racecourse Road, Pin Oak Crescent and the short walk from Newmarket Station, so it is easy to compare venues on foot before committing. The area is strongest for Malaysian, Somali, Chinese and casual family-style dining rather than formal fine dining.
For laksa, expect peak dinner queues at the famous names, especially on cold nights and weekends. If one Malaysian spot is packed, do not treat that as a failed plan; there is usually another solid option within a few minutes’ walk.
Flemington is also a good suburb for groups because many menus are built for sharing or large serves. Order one or two signature dishes, then fill the table with sides like roti, dumplings, sambusa, fried snacks or vegetable dishes.
Public transport is a real advantage here. Newmarket Station and the tram corridor make it easier to visit without driving, and that matters because parking can tighten around dinner, race days and event periods.
FAQ
What is Flemington best known for food-wise?
Flemington is best known for Malaysian food, especially laksa, but the suburb is broader than that. Somali, Chinese and casual Asian restaurants give the area more depth than a single-dish reputation suggests.
Where should I take a group in Flemington?
Laksa King, New Somali Kitchen, Chef Lagenda and I Love Dumplings are all practical group choices. They offer generous dishes, familiar ordering formats and enough menu variety for different spice levels and appetites.
Is Flemington good for a casual weeknight dinner?
Yes. Flemington is better for casual, flavour-first meals than polished destination dining, which is exactly why locals use it often. Arrive early if you want the easiest seating at the most popular spots.
